The Miracle - 1936 Olympic Crew

Monday 8/29

1. Read electronic copy of column.
2. Take notes in your journal as you read. (Look for interesting points, connections, big ideas, etc.)

  • RL check tomorrow (Make sure you have 2.5 hours and a signature.)

Tuesday 8/30

  • Finish writing column with partner. Draft should be finished when you come to class on Wednesday. Revisions and editing will be done in class.
  • RL

Wednesday 8/31

  • Poem: "Before" by Alexis Pappas
1. Read poem again and background information for the writer.
2. Write your own "Before" poem about something you participate in. Use Alexis Pappas poem as a guide.

Thursday 9/1

  • RL
  • Choose a person from Boys in the Boat.(For example: Joe Rantz) Write a "Before" poem from their perspective. Your poem should be in edited and published form ready for class tomorrow. You do not need to print it.

Friday 9/2

  • RL (RL check on Tuesday after Labor Day)